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Meaning of bellicose
having or showing a strong and uncontrolled desire to fight
Etymology of bellicose
The word "bellicose" comes from the Latin "bellicosus", which is derived from "bellum", meaning war, and the suffix "-osus", which forms an adjective
Historically, the word has been used to describe individuals, nations, or policies that are aggressive and warlike
Synonyms
aggressive
belligerent
combative
hostile
pugnacious
warlike
militant
confrontational
antagonistic
contentious
quarrelsome
disputatious
argumentative
truculent
cantankerous
irascible
testy
touchy
volatile
explosive
fiery
passionate
fierce
ferocious
savage
brutal
vicious
intransigent
unyielding
obstinate
recalcitrant
refractory
bellicose
militaristic
imperialistic
expansionist
jingoistic
Definitions
- Having or showing a strong and uncontrolled desire to fight
- * Fond of war and fighting
Usage Examples
- The bellicose rhetoric of the opposing sides made it difficult to negotiate a peaceful resolution
- * The country's bellicose stance on the issue has led to increased tensions with neighboring nations